BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Legislation and Legal Support team is a highly collaborative and experienced group within the Policy, Legislation & Litigation Branch that supports legislative, regulatory, and legal initiatives across the Ministry of Children and Family Development. As an established team, members bring diverse expertise and perspectives, working together to provide strategic advice, develop legislative solutions, and advance ministry priorities that support children, youth, and families throughout British Columbia.

The Role
The Manager, Legislation & Legal Support leads complex legislative and regulatory initiatives, coordinating the development of amendments, implementation of new legislation, legal support projects, and relationships with legal service providers. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional to contribute to high-profile government priorities, provide strategic and confidential advice, and help shape the legal framework that enables the ministry to deliver critical services and supports to children and families across the province.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in law (LLB)public administration or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. 
• A minimum of two (2) years of related experience. 

Related experience MUST include all the following:

• Drafting legislation, regulations, policies, contracts, leases, or other legal documents.
• Developing strategic policy initiatives and broad-scale policies or programs, inclusive of legislation or regulations.
• Analyzing and resolving complex legal, procedural, and legislative issues in a government or regulatory environment.
• Handling politically sensitive, confidential, and provincially significant issues.
• Providing advice and recommendations to and developing written materials for senior executive or Cabinet.
• Organizing and managing concurrent projects or project components with multiple, competing priorities and rigid deadlines.
• Establishing collaborative relationships with Indigenous rights-holders and partners, internal clients, or external stakeholders.

Preference may be given to applicants:

• Who identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).
• With experience in the development of regulations or legislation in British Columbia.
   

For questions regarding this position, please contact Melanie.Baker@gov.bc.ca

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until 10/01/2027 . This position may be extended or become permanent.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
This position is excluded from union membership.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a standard questionnaire (current employment status, eligibility to apply, etc.).

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.